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Highlights

  • Ceiling fan
  • Laundry facility
  • Refreshing pool
  • Assigned covered parking
  • Internet access
  • Walk-in closets (select units)

Location

669 Loughborough Dr, Merced, CA 95348, USA
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Property Overview

Saratoga Apartments earns a strong overall impression with an 8.1 Zumper rating, highlighted by excellent value, a well-rounded set of amenities, and a highly convenient location. It features a refreshing pool, assigned covered parking, laundry facility, internet access, ceiling fan, and walk-in closets in select units, with nearby top-rated schools adding to its appeal.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.1
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, Saratoga Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Saratoga Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

Spacious Studio-Walking distance to shopping mall! (Merced)Studio1 bath430 sqft$1,125 /mo1 unit available
Spacious 1bd 1bath-Walking distance to shopping mall (Merced)1 bed1 bath530 sqft$1,240 /mo1 unit available

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About Saratoga Apartments

HomeApartments in Merced Saratoga Apartments

Saratoga Apartments cost $1,125–$1,240 per month. Located at 669 Loughborough Dr, Merced, CA 95348, USA, Saratoga Apartments has studio — 1 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 1 bedroom in Merced, renting an apartment at Saratoga Apartments is 10% more expensive per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Merced include but are not limited to: 1804 Fir Ave, 328 W 13th St, 4250 Lasalle Dr


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.1
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, Saratoga Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Saratoga Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Saratoga Apartments
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Saratoga Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Saratoga Apartments is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Saratoga Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Saratoga Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Saratoga Apartments is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 3 internet service provider options nearby
  • 1 office supply store within 1 mile

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Saratoga Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.5 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away

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Rent trends in Merced

Studio apartments at Saratoga Apartments cost about 29% more than the average rent price for studios in Merced.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 10% higher than 1-bedrooms in Merced.

Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Merced
A table of studio rental data trends in Merced
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,095
October 2024$1,096
November 2024$1,023
December 2024$940
January 2025$1,056
February 2025$1,012
March 2025$960
April 2025$975
May 2025$1,032
June 2025$934
July 2025$980
August 2025$987
September 2025$1,034
October 2025$1,015
November 2025$973
December 2025$942
January 2026$988
February 2026$975
March 2026$1,000
April 2026$1,000
May 2026$1,000
June 2026$1,000
July 2026$950
August 2026$960
September 2026$887

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Schools near Saratoga Apartments

Rudolph Rivera Elementary School

945 buena vista dr

merced, CA, 95348

K-6Public
C+

Merced City School District Community Day

601 mercy ave

merced, CA, 95340

K-6Public
B+

Merced County Special Education

632 w 13th st

merced, CA, 95341

K-12Public

Valley Community School Merced Campus

1850 wardrobe ave

merced, CA, 95341

K-12Public

McSwain Elementary School

922 scott rd

merced, CA, 95341

K-8Public
B+
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Getting around Merced near 669 Loughborough Dr

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 669 Loughborough Dr, Merced

Groceries

6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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